Most Played Multiplayer Games on Steam
Take a look at the top multiplayer games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of October 20th 2025. Want to explore even more multiplayer titles available on Steam? Explore the complete list of the best multiplayer games.
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1. Counter-Strike 2
For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2. Counter-Strike 2 is a game developed and published by . Released on August 21st 2012 has received 8,815,087 reviews of which 7,642,084 were positive and 1,173,003 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played multiplayer game, thanks to its 696,266 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.6
7,642,084
1,173,003
696,266
players
2. Dota 2
Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own. Dota 2 is a game developed and published by . Released on July 09th 2013 has received 2,498,969 reviews of which 2,037,143 were positive and 461,826 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. While seeing 434,487 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among multiplayer games based on player count.
8.1
2,037,143
461,826
434,487
players
3. Battlefield™ 6
The ultimate all-out warfare experience. In a war of tanks, fighter jets, and massive combat arsenals, your squad is the deadliest weapon. Battlefield™ 6 is a game developed and published by . Released on October 10th 2025 has received 109,355 reviews of which 81,647 were positive and 27,708 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. While seeing 357,529 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among multiplayer games based on player count.
7.4
81,647
27,708
357,529
players
4. Rust
The only aim in Rust is to survive. Everything wants you to die - the island’s wildlife, other inhabitants, the environment, and other survivors. Do whatever it takes to last another night. Rust is a game developed and published by . Released on February 08th 2018 has received 1,227,784 reviews of which 1,071,135 were positive and 156,649 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 143,870 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played multiplayer games.
8.7
1,071,135
156,649
143,870
players
5. Apex Legends™
Apex Legends is the award-winning, free-to-play Hero Shooter from Respawn Entertainment. Master an ever-growing roster of legendary characters with powerful abilities, and experience strategic squad play and innovative gameplay in the next evolution of Hero Shooter and Battle Royale. Apex Legends™ is a game developed and published by . Released on November 04th 2020 has received 994,979 reviews of which 668,053 were positive and 326,926 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. With 124,262 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played multiplayer games.
6.7
668,053
326,926
124,262
players
6. Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter! Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe! Marvel Rivals is a game developed and published by . Released on December 05th 2024 has received 287,569 reviews of which 228,817 were positive and 58,752 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. With 71,136 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played multiplayer games.
7.9
228,817
58,752
71,136
players
7. NARAKA: BLADEPOINT
Dive into the legends of the Far East in NARAKA: BLADEPOINT; team up with friends in fast-paced melee fights for a Battle Royale experience unlike any other. Find your playstyle with a varied cast of heroes with unique skills. More than 20 million players have already joined the fray, play free now! NARAKA: BLADEPOINT is a game developed and published by . Released on August 11th 2021 has received 324,927 reviews of which 225,960 were positive and 98,967 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. With 66,954 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played multiplayer games.
6.9
225,960
98,967
66,954
players
8. Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats! Team Fortress 2 is a game developed and published by . Released on October 10th 2007 has received 1,161,472 reviews of which 1,044,264 were positive and 117,208 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 54,141 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played multiplayer games.
8.9
1,044,264
117,208
54,141
players
9. HELLDIVERS™ 2
The Galaxy’s Last Line of Offence. Enlist in the Helldivers and join the fight for freedom across a hostile galaxy in a fast, frantic, and ferocious third-person shooter. HELLDIVERS™ 2 is a game developed and published by . Released on February 08th 2024 has received 1,017,635 reviews of which 775,883 were positive and 241,752 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. With 53,399 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played multiplayer games.
7.6
775,883
241,752
53,399
players
10. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X
Rainbow Six Siege X is the reference in tactical team shooters, where elite strategy and execution triumph. Enjoy free access to Quick Match, Unranked and Dual Front game modes with a selection of operators. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X is a game developed and published by . Released on December 01st 2015 has received 1,398,584 reviews of which 1,172,854 were positive and 225,730 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. With 51,847 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played multiplayer games.
8.3
1,172,854
225,730
51,847
players
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